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Need reassurance making the right decision - family/job

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  • duchy
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    Will you be getting any child support which will help offset the reduction ?
    What you'll save in takeaways by dropping the 50 mile commute will help too.

    You are reducing the work/home balance for now, it makes perfect sense.
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  • i've just taken a 16K pay cut to work part time and be with our little one. I've stepped back in responsibility as well. You can do it, it's only money and time with your lo is priceless x
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  • If you can afford it then you should take it up. Put your son first before everything!
  • tara747
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    I don't even have a kid, and I'd take the job closer to home. Time is precious and a long commute would make me miserable!


    Plus you'll be saving money on travel costs.


    You're definitely doing the right thing. Good luck to you.
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